Locomotive 5917 is a two-cylinder, simple, non-condensing, superheated, coal-fired, 2-8-2 ‘Mikado' steam locomotive and one of five D59 class locomotives that were preserved. Since 2019 it has operated main line steam train tours with The Picnic Train across New South Wales, including the Kiama Picnic Train between Sydney and Kiama .

Steaming into the past! Come aboard the Picnic Train - a living museum on rails. This is travel as it used to be - a little slower and a lot more fun! The star attractions of any day out are our steam locomotives 5917 and R766 - rare survivors of the golden era of travel when steam ruled the rails.

5917 in green livery and 5367 hauling a Lachlan Valley Railway tour train near Holmwood on 13 April 1986. At this stage 5917 was paired with the standard turret tender from 5367, which in turn was paired with the 3650 gallon tender ex-3237.

5917 This locomotive has become a much loved feature on heritage trains for nearly 50 years. This former freight locomotive is often seen on tour trains in the Hunter Valley, Kiama and further afield.

Experience the unique thrill of a heritage rail journey behind steam locomotive R766 as we travel from Canberra to Bungendore and return. Enjoy views of the spectacular Molonglo Gorge, travel through three tunnels and view the rolling country scenery from your heritage carriage.

5917 is currently operational with the Lachlan Valley Railway. 5917 was put back into service late March 2014, and is currently based out of the Large Erecting Shop at Eveleigh, NSW. Following completion of its Restoration 5917 returned to Operational condition in November 2007.

Mar 8, 2025 · You will experience steam locomotives 5917 or R766 working hard as they climb the steep grade by the spectacular Molongolo River Gorge, through long, dark tunnels and on through beautiful rural countryside to Bungendore.

Jan 4, 2022 · The train was hauled by Steam Locomotive 5917 with rear support from Diesel 4836 and consisted of six (6) FS Class carriages. Steam Locomotive 5917 was built in the United States by the Baldwin Locomotive Works in 1952. Locomotive 5917 entered service on 12 March 1953 through until 16 August 1972.

Dec 21, 2022 · We follow 5917 and diesel locomotive 42103 from preparation in the morning with recoaling then as it pulls into Canberra station and then along the line for many picturesque vantage points. ....

Locomotive 5917 is a two-cylinder, simple, non-condensing, superheated, coal-fired, 2-8-2 ‘Mikado' steam locomotive and one of five D59 class locomotives that were preserved. As of June 2021, it is the main steam locomotive used for the Picnic …